Water Orton, Warwickshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Water Orton, Warwickshire.
Warwickshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Water Orton are administered by North Warwickshire Borough Council. View the full North Warwickshire Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Water Orton
Water Orton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the North Warwickshire borough of Warwickshire, England, near the River Tame. Nestled between Castle Bromwich and Coleshill, it lies adjacent to the West Midlands metropolitan county boundary. The village has seen a slight population increase, from 3,444 in 2011 to 3,487 in 2021, making it a small yet evolving community that may be of interest for local planning applications.
Population: 3,482 (2021) · Area: 252.0 km²
District: North Warwickshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Warwickshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Warwickshire and Bedworth
- LSOA: North Warwickshire 007D
Crime Statistics
38 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 20
- anti-social-behaviour: 4
- public-order: 4
- other-theft: 3
- vehicle-crime: 3
- burglary: 1
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
- robbery: 1
- other-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Water Orton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Water Orton.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Water Orton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Water Orton.
- - 71 Old Church Road Water Orton B46 1NJ
Erection of single storey rear extension including raised patio
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 52a-52b Birmingham Road Water Orton Birmingham B46 1TH
Application to vary the wording of Condition 3 of application PAP/2015/0517 dated 10/11/2015 to 'The buildings shall not be used for any purpose, including any other purpose in Class C2 of the Town an
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2026-02-02
View full details - - 1 Old Church Road Water Orton B46 1NJ
Removal of existing rear conservatory and replace with proposed single storey rear extension. Existing outbuilding to have the roof raised and an additional attached semi enclosed log store.
Status: Permitted | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Dog Inn Marsh Lane Water Orton
Non material minor amendment to planning application to PAP/2022/0522 dated 12/12/2023 relating to Bi-fold doors to rear elevation of house type A1 in lieu of separate patio doors and window
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2025-04-14
View full details - - 137, 141, 145, 149, 151, 153 and 155 Birmingham Road Water Orton B46 1TE
Fit new UPVC windows and external wall insulation to 7 properties.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - Land adjacent to Dog Inn Marsh Lane Water Orton
Application to discharge conditions 3 (Contaminated land), 6 (Site Environmental management plan), 7 (drainage) , 8 (landscaping), 9 (noise assessment), 10 (boundary treatments), 11 (levels), 12 (acce
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - 54 Minworth Road Water Orton B46 1NH
Work to trees in Conservation Area - 6 trees in rear garden of property within conservation area. Conifer trees x4; to reduce height by 15% to 20% and remove overhanging branches: Beech tree x1; reduc
Status: Withdrawn | Council: North Warwickshire | Date: 2023-10-06
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A brief summary of Water Orton in Warwickshire
Water Orton is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the North Warwickshire borough of Warwickshire, England, near the River Tame. Nestled between Castle Bromwich and Coleshill, it lies adjacent to the West Midlands metropolitan county boundary. The village has seen a slight population increase, from 3,444 in 2011 to 3,487 in 2021, making it a small yet evolving community that may be of interest for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,482 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Warwickshire district.
Water Orton covers an area of approximately 252.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
The Water Orton area recorded 38 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.
Water Orton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Water Orton. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Water Orton includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Water Orton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Water Orton
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Water Orton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Water Orton.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Water Orton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 13% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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